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10/05/2021
I have a pressure-treated deck that's about two months old, with no signs of graying. Do I still need to apply Gemini before applying TWP? Thanks!
Note: New Gemini Restore-A-Deck Labels Coming in Spring/Summer of 2019!
Make Restoring Your Exterior Wood ...Easy!
Restore-A-Deck Cleaner and Brightener system is a powerful "eco-friendly" two-part restoration system.
Step 1 Wood and Deck Cleaner that deeply cleans your wood to remove dirt, grime, mold, algae and general graying. The cleaner will help prep neglected wood and or prep for re-coating with a wood or deck stain.
Step 2 Wood Brightener is used after the wood cleaner to "brighten" the wood while neutralizing the cleaner to a natural pH balance. This step will improve the overall appearance of your wood while helping the wood deck stain longevity.
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100% Biodegradable product
- Concentrated powder formula - Cleans up to 1000 sq. feet!
- Prep wood surfaces for re-coating with a wood or deck stain
- Restores weathered gray wood to natural color
- Eco-friendly
Have Questions on Prep?
Visit our Help Site for all the answers!
| Kit Contains: |
Step 1 Cleaner Bottle and Step 2 Brightener Bottle |
| Coverage Per Kit: | Cleans and Brightens 600-1000 Sq. Feet |
| Concentrate: | Each Bottle Makes 5 Liquid Gallons |
| Temperature: | 45-95 F |
| Application Tools: | Pump Sprayer, Scrub Brush |
Reviews
Thursday, 19 October 2017
Great for prepping for reapplication of TWP!
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI applied TWP 116 rustic about 5 yrs. ago, after "prepping" the new wood. What prep is recommended for app. now?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyUse the Gemini Restore a Deck kit.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyMy contractor had a Restore-A-Deck Kit already. How do I return the one I bought for a refund?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyShould I use the Gemini kit or Stripper kit for this deck?? I finished it with the product shown in the photo about 4 years ago. I inquired about this in the past but cannot find your response so I apologize for asking again.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyRAD Stripper Kit with both additives: https://www.twpstain.com/wood-stain-strippers/rad-stripper-additives
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We will reply to your comment shortlyJust purchased two hand-made bird houses, one with old barn wood and one with unfinished wood. Should I use your stain to help preserve these?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyAfter prep then yes.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI have cedar rails & posts that have been seasoning for 13± months. My deck floor is composite decking and I have steel powder coated railing spindles. Do the non-wood surfaces need to be protected while doing the prep or can I leave them exposed and power wash off at the end?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyJust rinse well when done.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyHi - if there is a lot of mildew on the deck, should it be cleaned with bleach before the restore a deck application?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyNo. The Gemini Kit and pressure washing will remove it.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyHi - is it okay if it rained on my deck that was recently cleaned with the Gemini deck cleaner before restaining it? Of course, I plan to wait 1-2 days until it is dry before staining.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyYes.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI have a new deck. 6 months old. Treated pine. No stain coating or finish. Ohio, Facing south and no trees so lots of sunlight. I would like to put TWP natural on the deck. Do I need the clean and brightener kit or can I apply stain to the wood that clean and dry. Deck is elevated with no trees, so the wood currently looks good.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyUse the Gemini Kit for prep.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyDoes the 100 - 200sf coverage per gallon of TWP 100 take into account the stated requirement of 2 coats "wet on wet" or with 2 coats is it 50 - 100sf coverage?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyPer coat, not two coats.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyCan I buy in Canada direct or only shipping out of USA? Also recommendation on product/colour similar to pressure treated wood brown in semi transparent?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyOnline only and the 200 Series only for Canada. Look at Butternut Brown.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyHi, I bought a 5.5” random orbital sander and 80 grit sandpaper. Here are two sections I’ve done under the covered section where the old semi-solid stain is in much better shape than exposed areas. I think I should use coarser paper (60 grit) where the stain is in better shape and use the 80 grit where stain is so faded and worn off (to save time and effort). What do you think? And how perfect does the stain removal need to be? It’s a big deck. After sanding I’ll be using Restore a deck, per your suggestion on my earlier post.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyMindy, how many years has it been since you did that staining? I guess that exposed area is so worn off because it is not only horizontal but exposed to the sun for most of the day? What color stain did you use on the good area so I can see how much it's faded? The good area looks like you just did it.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyYou have to use the same grit on all otherwise the new stain will not absorb evenly.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI have black deck post on my handrail with the Gemini cleaner and brightener damage there finish?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyThey should not but always test first.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyTested, works great!
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We will reply to your comment shortlyPainted metal
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI resurfaced my dock and will stain it with TWP 1500 stain. It has been 4 months since installation and it has received plenty of sun. Is the Gemini cleaner able to be used around water bodies such as a lake or will it harm the lake and fish? Since the deck is fairly new can cleaning with soap and water suffice as prep?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyYou can use the Gemini Kit around lakes. Soap and water will not be adequate prep.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyI just finished cleaning (using Gemini products) and staining my deck with TWP 100, and very happy with how it turned out! I ordered the 5 gallon pail, but only used about half of it. What is the shelf life of the stain if I seal the pail well and store it in a cool, dry place? Any tips to prolong the shelf life are appreciated!
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We will reply to your comment shortlyCan I use this product on a wooden fence that we will be restaining with TWP 1503? is it necessary to do this for a fence?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyYes, you need this and you have to prep.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyHi, I looked for the answer but didn't see it. I have a large deck that probably hasn't been re-stained in 8 years. Is this the correct order of what to do...pressure wash to remove old stain, sand at less than 80 grit, use Restore a Deck cleaner then brightener, wait 48 hours, then stain?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyPost some pictures of the current condition for proper prep help.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyThe old coating looks like a solid stain which means you will have to power sand to remove it. It cannot be pressure washed off fully.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyIt is Cabot semi-solid…does that make a difference?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyNo, still need to sand to remove.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyOne more question...before using Restore a Deck, should I use a stripper? Would that help?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyYou need to sand it off then use the Gemini kit after. No need to strip since you will be sanding it off.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyJust completed the 2 step Gemini cleaning kit, this Alaskan yellow cedar is showing some randomly spotty light grayish fuzz. Is this normal? Do I need to sand it off or clean any more before applying stain?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyThat is oxidation that you did not remove fully. Redo the prep and get slightly closes to the wood with your pressure washer.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyInteresting because I did try and get closer, within 1 in of deck and the patches still appeared. Almost like I can’t get rid of it with the pressure washer or scrubbing…?
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We will reply to your comment shortlyIt should come off as it is oxidation or graying of the wood cells. It also does not typically show when stained.
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We will reply to your comment shortlyOk good to know. I’ll try and get as much as I can off but if I am unable to get all removed is it good to stain after the 48hr dry period?
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